Mandarin

Our customers use mandarin oranges because of their natural sweetness, mild flavor, and strong consumer appeal across a wide range of products. Mandarins are easy to process into segments, juices, and concentrates, making them popular in canned fruits, beverages, desserts, and snacks. Their sweet, less acidic taste compared to other citrus fruits allows them to enhance flavor without being overly tart, which is especially appealing in products for children and general consumers. Mandarins are also rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, supporting health and immunity-related marketing claims. Additionally, their bright orange color improves visual appeal, and their availability in shelf-stable forms makes them practical for large-scale production and consistent product formulation.

Mandarin can be supplied as organic upon request

Available From

Our Mandarin is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions. Contact us to learn more.

Available As

We supply Mandarin in many different formats. Contact us to learn more.

Harvest Seasons

Mandarins grow in the Northern hemisphere from October to February.

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About Mandarin

Nature’s Perfectly Portioned Candy

Mandarins are a group of small citrus fruits that belong to the same family as oranges. They are typically round to slightly flattened in shape, with a thin, easy-to-peel skin that ranges in color from bright orange to deep orange-red. Mandarins are believed to have originated in Southeast Asia and have been cultivated for centuries. They grow on small evergreen trees and thrive in warm, subtropical climates. The fruit is made up of easily separable segments and may contain seeds depending on the variety. Mandarins are usually harvested in the cooler months and are widely grown in many parts of the world today.

The Brothers International

Quality Promise

Brothers International and its 4 divisions, Brothers Ingredients, Dennick Fruit Source, Hosh International and Food Partners, are trusted global importers of premium Mandarin ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers in North America. We deliver consistent quality and supply across every format the industry demands. Our Mandarin is sourced from the earth's prime growing regions where farming expertise, climate and soil composition come together to produce Mandarin of exceptional caliber. All of our suppliers undergo a rigorous vetting process to ensure we work with only the highest-quality processors and can fully guarantee traceability, sustainability, and compliance with all international regulations.

Each of our divisions has a specialized operations team to manage shipments and coordinate with customers and suppliers. They work closely with our in-house customs team to ensure efficient clearance, and collaborate with the USDA and FDA to maintain full regulatory compliance. This ensures your Mandarin ingredients move seamlessly through every stage of import, arriving on time and ready for production with complete confidence. With decades of sourcing expertise and a strong commitment to customer success, you can count on Brothers International to deliver the premium Mandarin ingredients your products require.

Certifications

As a leader in sourcing organic ingredients, we work closely with our suppliers to ensure full traceability, sustainability and to ensure they comply with all international regulations for chemical residues and pesticides. We are Organic Certified and all our organic products are NOP certified and Kosher certified.

Brothers International Food Holdings is a proud member of the CUSTOMS – TRADE PARTNERSHIP AGAINST TERRORISM (C-TPAT) program. C-TPAT is a voluntary U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that partners with businesses to strengthen supply chain security and reduce risks, including terrorism. For more information, visit www.cbp.gov

All our products are Kosher and GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) Certified. We can supply all of our products with Organic Certification and, if required, unpasteurized purées and juices.

We have joined the global movement to protect the environment and improve lives for farmers and workers around the world. We help farmers in developing countries builds sustainable businesses that positively influence their communities. Brothers International can assist you in sourcing Fair Trade Certified™ and Demeter (Bio-dynamic)™ ingredients.